How to install Piwigo on Windows 10

Piwigo is a free and open-source photo management software that allows you to create your own online photo gallery. This tutorial will guide you through the steps required to install Piwigo on a Windows 10 computer.

Requirements

Before getting started, you'll need to install the following required software:

1. Apache server
2. PHP
3. MySQL

You can download xampp here.

Steps

1. Download the latest version of Piwigo from the official website.
2. Extract the downloaded files to a folder named "piwigo" in your "htdocs" folder within the "xampp" folder.
3. Open your web browser and navigate to http://localhost/piwigo.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to configure the database settings and create an administrator account.
5. Once the installation is complete, you can log in to Piwigo and start adding photos to your gallery.

Conclusion

You have successfully installed Piwigo on your Windows 10 computer. You can now enjoy organizing and sharing your photos with others through your own online photo gallery.

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